Living When a Young Friend Commits Suicide:
Or Even Starts Talking About It
Earl A. Grollman, Max Malikow
Synopsis
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Grollman, a prolific author and
internationally known grief counselor, and his colleague
Malikow present a powerful, dynamic resource that covers
the issue of suicide from many angles. Using simple
language, they maintain a compassionate tone that makes
the information accessible to readers, no matter what their
personality or stage of grief. Best of all, the text never
drifts into vagaries. It consistently and concretely analyzes
the grieving process and gives pragmatic advice on everything
from talking to family members of the deceased to avoiding
unhealthy reactions, such as alcohol abuse. Even in chapters
that cover the sensitive issue of religious beliefs, the
authors tread confidently and nonjudgmentally, impressively
honoring all perspectives. Of great value to the youth who
have faced the suicide of a loved one, the book will also
be useful to educators, counselors, and parents.
Appended material includes books and audiovisual support
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